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Meaning of bleed in English
Pronunciation
/blid/
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Verb
bleed
Etymology
Old English blēdan, of Germanic origin; related to blood
Definitions
1.
lose blood from one's body
2.
draw blood
Examples
« In the old days, doctors routinely bled patients as part of the treatment »
3.
get or extort (money or other possessions) from someone
Examples
« They bled me dry--I have nothing left! »
4.
be diffused
Examples
« These dyes and colors are guaranteed not to run »
5.
drain of liquid or steam
Examples
« bleed the radiators »
« the mechanic bled the engine »